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Injury Management 101: How To Boost Recovery After A Sports Injury

How to Boost Recovery after an "Injury Sprains & Strains Strain is defined as an Injury to the muscle or tendon. It causes pain when moving or stretching the affected muscle or muscle spasms. Acute strains are caused by over stress or direct injury. Chronic strains are caused by overuse Mild strain (Grade I) Moderate strain (Grade I): Severe strain (Gradel) Slightly pulled muscle with no tearing of muscle or tendon. No loss of strength Tearing of muscle, tendon or at the bone attachment Ruptureof muscle-tendon-bone attachment with separation Diagnosis Diagnosis Diagnosis Strength Pain Strength Pain Strength I Pain Musde Contraction Muscle Contraction Muscle Contraction self care through rehabilitation Requires surgical repair and physical therapy physical therapy Treatment Treatment Treatment 2 to 10 days 10 days to 6 weeks 10 to 16 weeks Recovery Time Recovery Time Recovery Time Sprain is a violent overstretching of ligament in a joint. It causes pain, tenderness, swelling or bruising at the joint Mild sprain (Grade I) Moderate sprain (Grade II): Severe sprain (Grade I) Tearing of some ligament. No loss of function Rupture of portion of ligament resulting in some loss of function Completeruptureof ligament or complete separation of ligament from bone Diagnosis Diagnosis Diagnosis self care through rehabilitation Requires surgical repair and physical therapy physical therapy Treatment Treatment Treatment 2 to 6 weeks 6 to 8 weeks 8 to 10 weeks Recovery Time Recovery Time Recovery Time Learning How to Perform Proper R.I.C.E Treatment R.I.C.E. treatment is an acronym for: rest, ice, compression, and elevation. It is commonly used to speed up healing and reduce pain and swelling caused by mild-to-moderate injuries, such as sprains, strains, and bruises Rest Stop using injured part, continued activity could cause further injury Use crutches on injuries of the leg, knee, ankle, or foot. And splints for the arm, elbow, wrist, or hand Ice Sudden cold contracts injured capillaries and blood vessels and helps stop internal bleeding Keep damp or dry cloth between skin and ice pack Compression In 3 days after injury, apply ice every hour for no longer than 10 to 20 minutes at a time Hastens healing time by reducing swelling around injury Use elasticized bandage, compression sleeve, or cloth Wrap injured part firmly (preferably with ice) but not too tight as it may impair blood supply and cause more swelling Tips to Recover from Injury Faster Elevation Elevate injured part above level of heart Follow RICE method for 2-3 days Decreases swelling and pain Stretching helps to loosen your muscle. Thus perform stretching exercise daily during training or treatment of an injury Use objects and pillows for props If you still feel pain then it is best to visit a physician See a Physiotherapist (Physical Therapist) If Pain Continues After 3 Days of applying RICE Treatment Physical therapist will recommend strength and stretching exercises The Different Types Of Sports Braces To Help With Recovery Neck Brace Knee Brace Is used as a rehabilitative tool or as an alternative to neck surgery. Some completely restrict movement while others offer some leeway Are used to treat knee injuries like sprains and ligament tears Ankle Brace Works the same way a knee brace Shoulder Brace Injured elbows or broken collarbones are often treated does. Sprained ankles and torn Achilles tendons are the most common types of injuries that warrant the wearing of ankle braces with the use of shoulder braces. They hold the injured area in place while still allowing for some movement of the arms Wrist Brace Come in various styles for the right or left hand. They can also be used for only the wrist area or longer styles. Wrist braces are commonly used after an injury, surgery, for movement restriction to reduce pain or protection Resources: http://www.exrx.net/Exlnfo/FirstAid.html BodyHeal.com.au http://wiki-fitness.com/recover-injury-with-rice-therapy/ http://sportsmedicine.about.com/cs/injuries/a/sprains_2.htm http://shop-orthopedics.wisdek.org/the-different-types-of-orthopedic-braces/ Your Sports Therap y Shop http://www.naturalstandard.com/demo/demo-bl-ricetreatment.aspätheoryevidence http://www.faqs.org/sports-science/Pl-Sa/RICE-Rest-Ice-Compression-Elevation-Treatment-for-Injuries.html www.bodyheal.com.au Injury Management 101:

Injury Management 101: How To Boost Recovery After A Sports Injury

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Explanation on the different levels of muscle sprains and ligament strains. Learn how to perform proper R.I.C.E. treatment after a sports injury. Also see the different types of sports braces you ca...

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